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SM05 DCU

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,315 mi
Last recorded59,315 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2012
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 DCU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2012 59,315 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 15 Apr 2011 46,671 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 39,291 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 32,741 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 32,417 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 23,559 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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SM05 DCU is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 76,382 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM05 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Kia Sportage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM05 DCU registered?

SM05 DCU is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is SM05 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 DCU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM05 DCU have outstanding finance?

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